Planning

Procurement of Electromagnetic Field Survey Meter Equipment (EMFSME)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

This public procurement record has 7 releases in its history.

Planning

02 Oct 2024 at 10:16

Planning

02 Oct 2024 at 08:30

Planning

02 Oct 2024 at 08:27

Planning

02 Oct 2024 at 08:23

Planning

30 Sep 2024 at 08:33

Planning

18 Sep 2024 at 10:48

Planning

13 Sep 2024 at 13:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is in the planning stage of procuring Electromagnetic Field Survey Meter Equipment (EMFSME) to maintain its Radio Frequency Monitoring capability. This procurement process, led by the Operational Infrastructure Delivery Team (OIDT) of Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S), aims to ensure enduring capability for front line commands. The procurement is listed under the industry category "Test and evaluation of military electronic systems" and will deliver across the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. Initial engagement ends on 18th October 2024, with key deadlines for responses and clarifications set in early October 2024. The process is currently in the planning stage with a potential implementation date of January 2025.

This tender represents a vital opportunity for businesses specialising in electromagnetic field measurement and military electronic systems to expand their market by partnering with the MOD. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to participate, as the MOD is actively exploring the supply market to inform its procurement strategy, ensuring the best value for Defence. Companies with capabilities to support Tri-Service and pan-platform General Purpose Test and Measuring Equipment (GPTME), which are required for varied maintenance tasks across Land, Sea, and Air platforms, would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance business portfolios by establishing enduring solutions for military applications.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of Electromagnetic Field Survey Meter Equipment (EMFSME)

Notice Description

1. Introduction 1.1. The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has a requirement to maintain a Radio Frequency Monitoring capability, therefore has a requirement to procure Electromagnetic Field Strength Survey Meters on behalf of the Operational Infrastructure Delivery Team (OIDT), part of Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S). 1.2. OIDT are responsible for ensuring enduring capability as long as the capability is required by front line commands. OI DT are responsible for Tri-Service and pan-platform General Purpose Test and Measuring Equipment (GPTME), which is essential for the maintenance and setting to work activities of Land, Sea and Air equipment assets. GPTME is comprised of mechanical and electrical items capable of being used in support of more than one weapon system, platform or equipment. 1.3. This RFI is not a bidding opportunity, it is a means by which industry can provide information. Any resulting procurement activity will be conducted in the first instance competitively. 2. Background 2.1. Radio frequency (RF) monitoring is required during monthly and 6 monthly scheduled maintenance and whenever there is an over exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMF) reported. These surveys are policy at sites with radar and transmitters producing high energy emissions, ensuring working areas are safe and that specified EMF levels are met at site boundaries. A number of safe systems of work and risk assessments across MOD specify a requirement for RF monitoring using this type of equipment. 3. RFI intended outcomes 3.1. This RFI aims to achieve the following outcomes: - Explore the supply market. - Inform the procurement strategy that will deliver best value for Defence. - Enable the implementation of an enduring solution for commencement from potentially January 2025, subject to change. 4. RFI Procedure 4.1. The results and analysis of this RFI shall not constitute any form of pre-qualification exercise. Any formal procurement process will be undertaken in accordance with the relevant Procurement Law. 5. How to submit responses to this RFI 5.1. Respondents should provide information in accordance with the format provided in Annex A in PDF, quoting the RFI reference on all documentation. Please provide your response via the Defence Sourcing Portal (DSP), responses will be accepted until 17:00 on Friday 11th October 2024. The Authority may decide to contact you directly to clarify any points raised in your response. If you require any further information, we invite you to submit final clarification questions via the DSP no later than Friday 4th October 2024. We will respond by Wednesday 10th October 2024. Please do not respond via email as this will not be considered. 5.2. You will need to register on the portal to submit a response. Instructions on how to register can be found at the link below: https://www.contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/public/registration ALL DOCUMENTS ARE STILL VALID, DATE EXTENDED

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-33824cf0-0a8a-4c44-9a24-427cf69bc35d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48aa9e13-89c5-4244-9753-f07f0594cfec
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73436000 - Test and evaluation of military electronic systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Oct 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
des-deca-mst-procurement@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DEESIDE
Postcode
CH5 2LS
Post Town
Chester
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL34 Flintshire and Wrexham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Flintshire
Electoral Ward
Queensferry and Sealand
Westminster Constituency
Alyn and Deeside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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